Maybe I am slow to catch on, but my new favorite baking ingredient is almond meal, also known as almond flour. I don’t have a gluten allergy, but I love baking with it as an alternative to flour because then everyone can afford to indulge in a sweet treat.

I find that baking with almond flour yields lighter results, and adds a bit of protein and texture to boot. This recipe is a take on the classic, but made a little healthier. Obviously, glass of cold milk required.

Prep Details

Servings: 10

Prep time: 10 mins

Cooking time: 10 mins

Total time: 20 mins

Ingredients

2 1/2 cups almond meal

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon baking soda

10 tablespoons butter, melted

1 tablespoon vanilla extract

1/2 cup honey or agave nectar or brown sugar

1 cup dark chocolate chips

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix together until they are well incorporated.2. Form 1-inch balls of cookie dough and press onto a parchment paper-covered baking sheet.3. Bake at 350° for 7-10 minutes, then cool and serve!